July 2011 ♦ Vol. 9 Issue 7
Bridging Green Goals and Implementation through Training
Although the value of green operations is becoming clearer, the meaning of “green operations” remains elusive for many. It’s more than disparate pieces of energy efficiency, water management, purchasing, materials’ use, etc. Green operations deals with how these segments interact with one another throughout an organization and across a portfolio through systematic processes.In addition to systems efficiencies, truly green operations provide an even higher level of staff utilization and operational gains – especially when decision makers and staff are on the same page and able to educate one another. Without educating stakeholders about the who, what, why, and how of green operations, these benefits are unattainable. Training not only helps move organizational plans into action, but it can also help achieve operational and staff efficiencies. Read more about using training to meet your green goals …»
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Training becomes a critical – but often overlooked – component to ensure that a facility achieves its sustainable goals.
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Engaging your employees, tenants, and vendors as active participants in the process will create a collective mindset that leads to tailored solutions and successful results.
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Upgrades and retrofits help set the stage for success, but a disconnect between the design intent and the day-to-day operations of a facility often remains. Until the disconnect is resolved, many of the best laid plans for green buildings will continue to fall through the proverbial cracks.
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Facility Managers Have a Critical Voice
Successful Commercial Interiors Is a Communication Exchange
Facility Managers Become the Energy Maestros of Future Eco-Districts
Top 11 Predictions for 2011
Tomorrow's Green Buildings: Merging Design and Operations
Green Lease Strategies
Prepare Your Building for LEED for Commercial Interiors
Sustainability in Owner-Occupied Buildings
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